Massage Chair- Great Stress Reliever

Do you need to relax after a long day at work? Many Americans come home and sit in from of the TV watching their favorite programs.

If you are one of us, then you should consider making that whole experience even better. If you got a massage chair you would have one of the best stress relievers right in front of the TV. Doesn?t that sound good? And massage chairs are fairly easy to get these days.

Massage chairs come in a variety shapes, colors and sizes. If you go to stores like Brookstone or Sharper image you can get an idea of what types of chairs are on the market. If I happen by Sharper Image, I usually take a look at the new models.

I even have a hard time getting my child out of the chairs. She thinks she should have one in her room. What a kid! You could get ones that hold your remote control or ones that have a place especially designed for holding a cup. That is perfect for a person who wants to sit back and watch the game on Sunday or relax one afternoon watching a movie.

If you find the right chair but the color is all wrong it doesn?t matter, there is probably one available in the color you are looking for, whether it is sea foam green or black.

Check the internet for the main dealers. There is also a chair for any budget. In fact, consider buying your chair online, there is a much greater selection available.

Once you have your chair in the perfect spot be careful, it is addictive and others will always try to steal your seat. So I recommend you go out and buy yourself a massage chair, it?s a great way to pamper yourself.

James Davis is a staff writer at Ultimate Relaxation and is an occasional contributor to several other websites, including Wellness Digest.

E.ScottThe growing massage chair health trend.

How many of you have noticed the growing trend in malls, airports, train stations, department and specialty stores and maybe even your best friends home of the Massage Chair? They seem to be everywhere now days and are almost always in use. People of all ages are feeding the plush vending chair dollar bills like a pleasure giving video game.

This new health trend is sweeping Japan, Europe and has now infiltrated the U.S. with dozens of models and price ranges from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. A recent LA Times article describes them as not your fathers La-z-boy and that, is an understatement for sure.

Websites like http://www.massagechairoutlet.com are popping up all over the internet touting massage strength, air compression, rolling, kneading, tapping and shiatsu style massage.

If any of you have had a shiatsu style massage its similar to getting rolled in a dark ally by a couple of roadhouse bouncers taking out their frustrations on your back. But man do you feel better the next day.

Not surprisingly massage as a health practice has been around for thousands of years. It was actually massage that lead to the advent of acupressure and acupuncture in the Far East as early as 6000 BC and has been continually refined ever since.

Medical professionals have pointed out that there exists a particular type of cell under the skin. This cell normally sits dormant, however when kneaded or massaged, this cell becomes stimulated. Once awakened, this cell enters the bloodstream and develops into a reticular cell, which can remarkably strengthen the body's immune functions and boost the disease-resisting abilities of the human body.

Todays massage chairs, through computer technology, can actually sense the size and shape of each individuals back and apply varying degrees and types of massage to acupressure points on the users back, neck, legs and even foot to produce an amazingly human like massage.

Stimulation of these acupressure points has been shown to help with: Digestion, Insomnia, Headaches, Circulation, Fatigue, Muscle Cramping, Fibromyaligia and may even effect endorphin levels producing an elevated emotional state, which is what usually happens when I get a massage, even a poor one.

Having tried several of the massage chairs found on the above internet site I can say that this new massage chair trend is probably here to stay. Its much like the TV, microwave and now cell phones. Once you have one, its hard to imagine life without it.

H.E.Scott is an entrepreneur, artist, business owner and freelance writer for several online publications. This article may be published and or reproduced without change in its entirety with the authors permission. Site reviewed http://www.massagechairoutlet.com
 

What Is a Shiatsu Massage Chair?

A shiatsu massage chair is an electric massage chair that uses ball type, roller mechanisms to simulate an actual shiatsu massage. To understand how these chairs work we must first understand what shiatsu massage is.

Shiatsu is a Japanese word that literally means "finger pressure". Shiatsu Massage involves the use of fingers, thumbs, and palms, to apply continuous pressure to certain pressure points. These pressure points are often referred to as "trigger points".

Trigger Points

 

Trigger points are cause by injury or overused bands of muscle fibers. These muscle fibers tighten to form "knots". Trigger points can be very sensitive to touch and can also cause muscle tension and a shortening of the muscle. Shiatsu massage applies focused pressure on these areas to release tension and the "muscular waste" buildup.

Shiatsu Massage Benefits

 

Shiatsu massage is often referred to as acupressure, not to be confused with acupuncture therapy where needles are used. The idea behind this type of massage therapy is to realign muscles and unblock your inner energy source or "qi" for total well-being. Major benefits include:

 

• Reduce blood pressure
• Helps reduce mental anxiety
• Reduces body tension and stress
• Helps reduce swelling in injuries
• Reduced muscle spasm and tension
• Releases toxins from the body
• Increase blood and lymph circulation
• Increased endorphin levels
• Improve joint flexibility and range of motion
• Deep muscle and tissue relaxation
• Faster healing from pulled or strained muscles and ligaments
• Promotes deeper breathing
• Balances core energy source

 

If you desire to experience any of the benefits mentioned above, consult a shiatsu massage therapist. You can also purchase a shiatsu massage chair that will allow you to enjoy these benefits at your own pace, on your own schedule, in the comfort of your home. These chairs are a great alternative to the real thing.

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